The maximum shear stress (q) in concrete of a reinforced cement concrete beam is

A $$\frac{{{\text{Shear force}}}}{{{\text{Lever arm}} \times {\text{Width}}}}$$
B $$\frac{{{\text{Lever arm}}}}{{{\text{Shear force}} \times {\text{Width}}}}$$
C $$\frac{{{\text{Width}}}}{{{\text{Lever arm}} \times {\text{Shear force}}}}$$
D $$\frac{{{\text{Shear force}} \times {\text{Width}}}}{{{\text{Lever arm}}}}$$

Correct Answer: $$\frac{{{\text{Shear force}}}}{{{\text{Lever arm}} \times {\text{Width}}}}$$

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